This colorful reference introduces readers to the greatest players and moments in soccer history.

Explores the rules of soccer.

Explores some of the most memorable moments in world soccer.

Traces the history of the world's most popular sport from its earliest origins to the present day, looking at the game in terms of its political, cultural, and social roles in countries around the world.

"Every four years, thirty-two of the best men's soccer teams from across the globe compete for the title of FIFA World Cup winner. Over one billion people tuned in worldwide to watch the final game of the 2014 competition, making the World Cup the most widely viewed sporting event in the world, exceeding even the Summer Olympics! This book takes a look back at what has changed since the first tournament in 1930 and what lies ahead for the most popular...

"Un libro para los fanáticos de las canchas y para los ateos descreídos que juran que nunca verán un partido de futbol, per viven deseosos de entender el delirio de los fieles"--P. [4] of cover.